News from GRACES

We are one-third of the way to our July campaign goal to support at-home learning! We’ve raised $8,580 (at press time) and have $16,357 to go. By providing a tablet for each student, we’re ensuring that each kid who attends school at Escuela Integrada is able to fully participate every day during at-home learning. The tablet allows the students to participate in live instruction with their classmates and teacher. With…

Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to see firsthand what at-home learning looks like in Guatemala. Having spent nearly two years away from the school and the students, it is a great blessing to be back. We went on three home visits on Monday for students in kindergarten, 2nd grade and 7th grade. All three students are new to Escuela Integrada this year and have never met their teachers…

Wow! What an incredible turnout we had for our 2nd annual Racing for GRACES virtual run! Racers participated across the United States and in Guatemala, with all proceeds going to support at-home learning for the students at Escuela Integrada. From New Mexico and Washington, to Oklahoma and North Carolina—and everywhere in between—we had more than 50 participants in the U.S., and another 35 in Guatemala! Together, we raised $17,871! Prizes…

We invite everyone to join us in welcoming Lucas Hertzberg to the GRACES team as our new Sponsorship Coordinator! Lucas will be overseeing the Sponsorship program for students and classrooms at Escuela Integrada. “We are thrilled to have Lucas on board,” said Hannah Nadeau Girón, executive director of GRACES. “We are excited to have additional support with the Sponsorship program, since it is such an important part of our organization. Lucas’ energy will…

Any Full House fans out there?! Kimmy Gibbler has a special message for you—she wants YOU to join us for the 2nd annual Racing for GRACES virtual run the weekend of May 1. Registration is $40 per person with all proceeds supporting at-home learning for the students at Escuela Integrada. Escuela Integrada remains in a remote learning model and has been since the pandemic started more than a year ago. The students rely…

We’re back with another opportunity for you to hit the pavement (or the trail) for GRACES! Join us for the second annual Racing for GRACES virtual run the weekend of May 1. You pick the time, the location and the distance—1 mile fun run, awesome! 5k for race timing, cool! 10 mile bike ride with family, go for it! Registration is $40 per person with all proceeds supporting at-home learning…